1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Scion |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | tC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
